How to fix CVE-2025-48609?

Within 24 hours: Inventory all Android devices in use and identify those running vulnerable MmsProvider versions; communicate findings to device owners and IT leadership. Within 7 days: Implement network-level monitoring for suspicious file deletion patterns; disable MMS auto-sync features where possible via MDM policies; establish alternative communication channels for critical messaging. Within 30 days: Monitor for vendor security patches and develop a rapid deployment plan; conduct risk assessment for business-critical SMS/MMS dependencies; evaluate migration to alternative secure messaging platforms.

Is Android affected by CVE-2025-48609?

A critical vulnerability in Android's MMS provider allows attackers to delete files and disable SMS/MMS functionality on affected devices without requiring special permissions.

CVE-2025-48609

CRITICAL

2026-03-02 [email protected]

9.1

CVSS 3.1

CVSS Vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

Network

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

None

User Interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

None

Integrity

High

Availability

High

Lifecycle Timeline

Analysis Generated

Mar 12, 2026 - 21:55 vuln.today

CVE Published

Mar 02, 2026 - 19:16 nvd

CRITICAL 9.1

Description

In multiple functions of MmsProvider.java, there is a possible way to arbitrarily delete files which affect telephony, SMS, and MMS functionalities due to a path traversal error. This could lead to local denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Analysis

Android MmsProvider has a vulnerability allowing arbitrary file deletion through improper handling of MMS data, potentially causing data loss on mobile devices.

Technical Context

CWE-400 in MmsProvider.java allows arbitrary file deletion through crafted MMS operations.

Affected Products

['Android (MmsProvider)']

Remediation

Apply Android security updates.

Priority Score

Low Medium High Critical

KEV: 0

EPSS: +0.1

CVSS: +46

POC: 0

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